Finding the Sweet Spot: Using Apprenticeships to Enhance Operational Success
Why Have an Apprenticeship Program? Maintenance Trades Career Path for PWD Shortage of talent pool Aging workforce Competitive advantage FBPTA requirements 2
What is the FBPTA Program? Core competencies for federal buildings personnel Recommended curriculum and continuing education Annual updates to competencies and curriculum Compliance by all federal buildings personnel Method for contractor compliance
Which agencies are involved?
Who does the FBPTA affect? ~50,000 Government; Contractors Military, GS-8XX, 11XX, 16XX, other Facility Management Energy Management Facility Operators Design Facility / Energy Management Safety Facility / Energy Management
Overview of the FBPTA competencies www.fmi.gov For more detail
Who implements the FBPTA in Government? Facility Management Institute www.fmi.gov Maintain the FBPTA Competencies and Curriculum Provide technical assistance to agencies Agency Human Resources Agency Practitioners Update position requirements Address Collective Bargaining Units Assess skills of personnel Identify / execute training priorities
SourceAmerica Apprenticeship Program Overview Career Progression Process Entry Points Wounded Warriors Retired Military High School or Trade Private Industry Public Sector Skills Assessment Military experience Occupation Codes Credentials Certificates Work Experience Formal education Education & Training In Class Learning (ICL) On the Job Learning (OJL) Apprenticeship Program 4 Year Program 2 Year Program Profession General Maintenance Worker Electrician Electronics Tech Plumber HVAC Tech CDL Heavy Equipment Operator
SA-Hybrid Program SourceAmerica Apprenticeship is what is classified as a Hybrid Program. A combination of time and performance considerations whereby work processes are developed with a minimum - maximum time/hours for each task or job requirement for on the job learning (OJL) combined with in class learning (ICL).
How the Program Will Work Excellence-The program will utilize established state and industry standards as guidelines for a successful apprenticeship program. Innovation-The apprenticeship program will introduce new and creative ideas of the diversity of the individuals involved in the program.
How the program will work Accountability-The rigor of the program will be measured by the formal assessment tools and processes. Diversity-By valuing and respecting the individual contributions and participation of diverse participants in the program, we will not only grow the individuals, but also the success of the program.
How the program will work Collaboration-It will be imperative for the apprenticeship program to be a collaborative effort between SourceAmerica, the participating agencies, coaches and apprentices. Integrity-By having a transparent, measurable program in place allows for fairness, accountability in the way SourceAmerica can conduct their business in the apprenticeship program.
Current SA A&T Positions Plumber Electrician General Maintenance Worker (MBR) Electronics Technician HVAC Worker (Coming Soon) CDL for Heavy Equipment (Coming Soon)
Assessment Tools Basic Reading Skills Assessments Basic Math Skills Assessments
Specific Skills Needed 15
Assessment Tool
Assessment Plan 17
Assessment Plan 18
Training Options for Program Enterprise Technical Training- Online ICL IFMA Facility Management: Essentials of FM General Occupational Technical Studies- Elizabethtown, KY Plumbing Technology Associate in Applied Science Electrical Technology Associate in Applied Science National Building O&M Certification BOC-Building Operators Certification
Achievement Certification Sample
Apprentice Financial Support Resources SA/CRP Grant Match Program BOD approval in March 2015. Bluegrass State Skills Corporation Skills Training Investment Credit Kentucky WINS Funding
Other apprenticeship programs in related fields Home Builders Association Northern Kentucky Electrical Home Builders Association Northern Kentucky Plumbing Independent Electrical Contractors Association IEC of Kentucky and Southern Indiana Electrician BOC Roadmap with Veteran Job Development and Placement
Program Appendices Appendix A Plumber Competencies and Skills Assessments Appendix B-E includes Electrician, General Maintenance Worker, Electronics Technician, & HVAC Worker Competencies and Skills Assessments Appendix F DOL Apprenticeship Standards Appendix G In-Class Learning Matrix
Appendix A- Plumber Competencies and Skills Assessment
Appendix G In-Class Learning Matrix
SourceAmerica Apprenticeship Program Overview Looking into the future
Thank You Teena Shouse Teena.shouse@feapc.com